1/2teaspoonred pepper flakesoptional for extra heat
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Flatten Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season Chicken: Lightly season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
Prepare the Feta Coating:
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, crumbled feta cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Prepare Flour and Eggs: Place the flour in one dish, and the beaten eggs in another dish for dredging.
Coat the Chicken:
Dredge the Chicken: First, coat each chicken breast in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off.
Coat with Feta Mixture: Press the chicken breasts into the feta breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken:
Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Fry the Chicken: Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove from the skillet and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
Prepare the Hot Honey Sauce:
Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, and red pepper flakes (if using). Heat over low heat until the butter melts and the sauce is smooth. Stir to combine.
Serve:
Drizzle: Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the crispy feta chicken.
Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.